I don’t know about you…but 2011 was a bit of a tough year. Don’t get me wrong there were some definite highs and wonderful things happening…but there also seemed to be a good amount of tough stuff going on for a lot of people.
For me 2011 was about learning balance even when life gets crazy. It reminded me how important family is, taught me a bit about myself, and showed me that you never know what is around the corner so you really have to try and enjoy each moment. If nothing else, with the many challenges that arose this past year I believe there might be a little hidden strength in me that i didn’t realize I had. Now don’t get me wrong finding balance & staying positive can be next to impossible sometimes, especially when faced with the hard stuff. It helps to have amazing people around you to support you and help you to see the sunnier side of things. I am forever grateful for all of the support i received this past year from my wonderful husband and my amazing family & friends. There is no way i would have made it thru last year without them.
With 2011 behind us and a fresh new year in front of us…i think its time to send out some POSITIVE vibes. If we all make a conscious effort to throw out a few happy thoughts and good energy when we can, it might just help shift our energy to something a bit more wonderful. No matter what you believe in…I think we can all agree that it can’t hurt to get those good vibrations out there. At the very least the more positive your outlook is…the more likely you are to be able to handle the hard times.
So, whenever possible this year…smile.
To a positive & happy 2012
~ Jillian
* Update: After posting this I received a really great comment that I wanted to share.
” Notice what you notice. When something attracts your attention take the time to appreciate the moment…A singular leaf quivering in the breeze…a small child carefully organizing their attack on a cupcake….the soothing sound of the wind rustling through the woods. It’s all around us every day and sometimes paying attention creates some priceless long lasting memories. All we need to do is notice what we notice”.
{Thank you dad!}
Well said! If it wasn’t for the support of my family and friends, I’d be locked up in a straight jacket after last year. Smiling and laughing, taking things one day at a time, living in the moment and for the ones who matter most – that is what makes life happy!
You are so right!! “Notice what you Notice” & SMILE
” Notice what you notice”. When something attracts you attention take the time to appreciate the moment…A singular leaf quivering in the breeze…a small child carefully organizing the attack on a cupcake….the soothing sound of the wind rustling through the woods. It’s all around us every day and sometimes paying attention creates some priceless long lasting memories. All we need to do is “notice what we notice”.
Perfectly said!
My mom told me something a long time ago to help me feel more “happy” in tough times. She always said “act your way into a way of feeling, instead of feeling your way into a way of acting” If I am feeling sad, if I start to act happy and literally MAKES me happy. I try to use that as much as possible in sad or stressful situations. It helps a lot, maybe it can help other readers too.
Love you! Have a happy day!
Very well said lady {and mommma}. It really is amazing how your outlook can change your reaction to things…and can change what happens around you!